"With these products, I can fit so much in so little space, and I don't have to worry about watering all of the time," she said.

Flynn has been an avid gardener for decades, but only recently has she focused so much on her rooftop. She's found it to be both convenient and a way to build an ideal growing environment. The plants are in the full sun all day long because they aren't shaded by trees. Self-watering planters ensure that the plants don't dry out. Few weed seeds blow up to the rooftop, so keeping the plants weed-free is easy. And she can move the containers anytime she wants, creating a brand new look.
Perhaps best of all, she said, is that working with the plants and the soil in containers is more comfortable than it was in a backyard garden.
"The containers bring the plants higher so I can sit on a chair while I work," she said.
Flynn loves to sit on her roof, surrounded by her lush plants. Not only does her garden provide months of vegetables, it also provides her with a green oasis within the city. Gazing balls and wind chimes add atmosphere.